DAIGO HOMARE RYU (1) has scored at his last two starts, most recently by 6 lengths over 1500m at this track. That continued the solid form this campaign, with two wins from four starts. Sure to go well again. THINKING FURSA (12) has been in the money at his last couple of runs, the latest when second over 1500m at this track. This looks a nice assignment. FANTA FESTA (10) doesn't win out of turn but ran a strong race when resuming from a spell last time out over 1400m at Urawa, finishing second and beaten 2 lengths. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. AMBASSADOR (4) started at $2.50 last time but could only manage fourth, beaten 7 lengths, at this track over 1500m. Has the pace and the right draw to find a good early position. One of the better hopes.